House Fire Investigated as Arson

House Fire Investigated as Arson

<strong style="color: #0000bf; font-size: 15px;"><span style="color: #0000bf; font-size: 15px;">Update: 5:30 pm</span></strong><br><br>Multiple agencies are investigating a case of arson after a home in
Rosamond, in Christian County, caught fire twice in two weeks.

Update: 5:30 pm Multiple agencies are investigating a case of arson after a home in Rosamond, in Christian County, caught fire twice in two weeks. The first fire was reported February 14th. Crews were able to contain the fire and limit damage to the bedroom, downstairs and porch. A second, massive fire broke out February 24th, and destroyed the home. Five crews from nearby towns spent hours battling the blaze. No one was hurt, but a family of five was left homeless. Officials say at the time of the second fire, the electric and gas were shut off at the home as a result of the first fire. Anyone with information is asked to call the State Fire Marshal's office or Crime Stoppers. You can remain anonymous and earn a cash reward.

Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal (OSFM)(217) 785-0969

1-800-568-TIPS(217) 824 - 9100www.christiancountycrimestoppers.org

Original: 12:44 pm Fire officials are investigating a massive house fire they say was intentionally set. It happened in Rosamond, in Christian County. The fire left a family of five homeless. Crews from five different towns, spent hours battling the blaze. It's the second time in less than two weeks the same house was set on fire. Anyone with information is asked to call Christian County Crime Stoppers.